Podcasts about Retention

I brought back Becky Pierson Davidson to compare notes on where community is headed — and we found a few areas of disagreement. Becky works with 6, 7, and 8-figure businesses helping them build memberships and courses through design thinking and customer research, and she's seeing a major shift right now: course businesses are slowing down, and the smart ones are pivoting to membership models. The difference? Shared learning experiences are replacing self-paced education. Community is what people stay for. We dig into the real mechanics: how to set expectations that don't feel like a bait-and-switch, why meaningful engagement isn't what most people think it is, the mastermind paradox (increases retention, decreases forum activity), and why in-person events might be the most important retention lever you're not using. Becky's hot take for 2026: content drops are dying. People don't need more stuff — they need connection and programming that moves them forward. Affinity Collective Build with Becky podcast Episode 197: Building Raving Fans (with Becky & Chanel) Circle (community platform) TightKnit (Slack archive plugin) Dreamers and Doers Full transcript and show notes *** TIMESTAMPS (02:35) Defining community as a product, not a growth engine (04:09) Why community is rising as a business model in 2026 (06:02) The reality of transitioning from courses to memberships (08:01) Finding the right community design for your appetite (10:02) How to avoid the bait-and-switch with member expectations (13:06) Value perception vs. value experience (13:57) The smallest viable promise for your sales page (16:44) Where we disagree: transformation vs. community of practice (21:14) Forum design: why fewer spaces wins (23:17) Solving the engagement problem (what meaningful engagement actually is) (25:50) How the best members actually use your community (29:46) The mastermind paradox: retention up, forum participation down (32:09) In-person experiences and the graduation weekend model (36:39) The economics of offline events (39:35) 2026 Hot Take: Content drops are dying (43:07) Retention rethink: Did I get my money's worth vs. Will I next year? (46:04) Why connection drives retention more than results (48:23) Tool stack: Circle 9 times out of 10 (51:14) The future: personalization in community software *** RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → Episode 197: Building Raving Fans *** ASK CREATOR SCIENCE → Submit your question here *** WHEN YOU'RE READY

This episode teaches founders how to build a healthy, predictable people pipeline — the process of consistently attracting aligned candidates, hiring correctly, and retaining top talent. Adrienne gives practical guidance on role clarity, job descriptions, culture expectations, and performance.Key Takeaways: You attract who your brand signals. Great hiring requires clear expectations and structured interviews. Retention comes from clarity, communication, recognition, and opportunity. The CEO must lead with standards, accountability, and emotional regulation. A strong people pipeline creates stability and scale. What You'll Learn: Why you keep attracting the wrong candidates How to write job descriptions that attract real talent How to build a structured, strategic hiring process What actually keeps high performers loyal The CEO behaviors that support retention

Brent Krempges, Chief Customer Officer at Gainsight, joins the show to unpack the next evolution of Customer Success in an AI-first world.After 12+ years at Gainsight, from implementation to global pre-sales to CCO,  Brent shares how CS is shifting from seat-based software to outcome-driven operating models. We dive into AI-driven health scores, renewal agents, sentiment analysis, and the looming “retention reckoning” facing AI-native companies. Key Takeaways (Bullet Summary)AI will elevate — not eliminate — the importance of services.Floor-Deployed Engineers (FDEs) signal a return to high-touch value realization.Health scores are getting smarter, but “watermelon accounts” will always exist.Sentiment analysis from transcripts and email may replace traditional NPS.Many AI companies haven't hit their renewal reality yet.Retention pressure is coming — especially for growth-at-all-costs AI startups.Before deploying agents, companies must rebuild foundational lifecycle processes.Think of agents as “50 interns” — would they know what to do?

The median gym owner brings home $61,000 per year, but the owners on Two-Brain's latest leaderboard earn between $189,000 and $357,000 annually. What's the difference?In this episode, Mike Warkentin sits down with top earner Ryan McStockard to find out exactly how he secured his spot on the leaderboard.In 2020, Ryan took zero income in some months just to keep the gym alive. Then, in 2021, he invested in Two-Brain mentorship and rebuilt everything.Now he consistently earns over $16,000 per month from his gym.His biggest wins came from adding high-value services, such as personal training, and focusing on improving the client journey: Personal training makes up 34% of his revenue, and his clients stick around for a whopping 42 months on average. As a Two-Brain mentor, Ryan now helps other gym owners replicate his success.He's also in the Tinker Mastermind, where he's focused on maximizing his income and his lifestyle. His primary goal today is simply “to not miss family dinners.”Interested in becoming a Tinker? Email Joleen Bingham (leader of Tinker North America) or Lisa Palmer (leader of Tinker Europe) to learn more: joleen.bingham@twobrainbusiness.com or lisa.palmer@twobrainbusiness.comLinksGym Owners UnitedBook a Call1:07 - Gym overview & low point5:02 - Revenue breakdown7:24 - Finding Two-Brain20:52 - Additions to Ryan's NOB31:13 - Retention secret

An interview with Alantheus Thompson, Groe SolutionsSo the members benefit from having that layer of accountability if they are working with a trainer. And if not just more broadly, the gyms, being able to know what they're doing and when they are going to get a new piece of equipment that aligns with them, or they're going to implement a new training program instead of getting them bombarded with a marketing campaign that doesn't apply to them, you can get really specific, and you're more likely to get aligned to the people that you care about.Alantheus ThompsonGroe Solutions origin storyAddressing club operator pain pointsValue for club operators, fitness professionals and membersBoosting member retention with adherence, accountability and communityGroe Solutions' ultimate visionUsing verified activity to expand accessibilityTracking adherence and progression dataReturn on investment for fitness programmingEntrepreneurship in the fitness industrySolving the member retention problemSupporting behavior change Increasing accessibility with technologyhttps://www.movetolivemore.com/https://www.movetolivemore.com/bookhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/move-to-live-more@MovetoLiveMore 

Manufacturing companies are struggling with maintaining their workforce. Where does marketing come in to help solve it? Wes Temple and Ray Reader, G76 strategists, talk with the IMC Live crew about hiring and retention.

In this episode of Sparking Success, host Aaron Opalewski discusses effective strategies for hiring and retaining talent in the skilled trades sector. He emphasizes the importance of career path programs and apprenticeship opportunities as key factors in employee retention. By investing in the development of employees and providing clear advancement opportunities, companies can significantly extend the lifecycle of their workforce, leading to greater productivity and profitability.TakeawaysThe best companies have a career path program.Investing time in employee development is crucial.Apprenticeship programs help in retaining talent.Retention can be significantly improved with clear advancement opportunities.Companies can extend employee lifecycle from months to years.Career pathing can lead to a more engaged workforce.Long-term development is beneficial for both employees and employers.Hiring for cultural fit is essential for retention.Reducing turnover saves costs on retraining.Employees should consider long-term growth opportunities when choosing a job.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Skilled Trades Hiring and Retention03:03 Career Path Programs: A Key to Retention05:44 The Importance of Apprenticeship Programs08:19 Long-Term Career Development in Skilled Trades

In this episode of Professional Carwashing & Detailing's Executive Spotlight, host Brian Ankney speaks with Bobby Thomson of Retention Express about carwash phone call management, membership retention and the growing role of AI in customer service. Retention Express handles over a million carwash calls annually — from billing disputes and cancellations to compliments and damage claims. Thomson explains how operators can: • Reduce membership churn• Capture missed revenue from unanswered calls• Use AI to support (not replace) live agents• Run win-back campaigns• Track 28 different cancellation reasons• Improve chargeback defense with recorded documentationWith up to 80% of carwash calls going unanswered, Thomson says every missed call represents lost revenue. Learn how blending AI automation with high-touch human support can increase retention and strengthen brand loyalty.

Your renewal engine isn't getting smarter. It's getting more automated.I just pulled an Insights by Blueprint report, and the section on rules grabbed me by the collar. Insights by Blueprint positions itself as operator-informed research built to help real estate leaders make faster, smarter tech and ops decisions.Here's the point.Agentic AI in multifamily is shifting renewals from “staff workflow” to “system workflow.”What is agentic AI in the renewal process?It's software that can take actions.Not just answer questions.It can coordinate pricing logic, schedule outreach, and offer self-service paths without an onsite teammate touching every step.That matters because renewals are a retention engine.Retention protects occupancy.Occupancy protects NOI.And the onsite team is already overloaded.But the real disruption is not agent-to-human.It's agent-to-agent.Today, the enterprise agent gets sharper every month.It learns from resident behavior.It refines offers based on what works.It shows up with a “best and final” renewal number that feels inevitable.Tomorrow, the resident has a proxy too.Digital Mike.A personal agent that can shop comps, weigh concessions, read policies, and counteroffer based on my rules.Now you have negotiation at machine speed.Enterprise agent versus resident agent.Not emotional.Not awkward.Not time-consuming.That's the moment operators need to prepare for.Because your rules become your reputation.If your retention system is optimizing toward short-term rent at the expense of fairness, it will get exposed faster.If your comps logic is sloppy, the resident agent will find it.If your exceptions process is unclear, your team will be forced to “manual” their way through a machine-native world.So what should operators lock down now?Governance.Audit trails.Clear boundaries on what the system can offer.Clear boundaries on what it cannot.And if you want the report, there's a path.Blueprint's Martin Kelly has been publicly tied to the Insights by Blueprint launch and positioning.Start there. Follow the trail. Get the PDF.Read the rules section twice. Then ask one question: If a resident's agent negotiates against your renewal agent tomorrow, do you like the outcome it will produce?MultifamilyCollective Blog: https://www.multifamilycollective.comThe Daily Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3YI6BDaHosted by: https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com

This Uplevel Dairy Podcast episode features Dairy Calf and Heifer Association (DCHA) board members Jim Van Patter and Rodolfo Nava, as they discuss key practices for raising high-performing dairy replacement heifers and beef-on-dairy calves. Both emphasize that success starts with excellent colostrum management in the first 24 hours, followed by a high plane of nutrition, sanitation, ventilation, and calf comfort. Jim and Rodolfo compare calf-raising strategies that focus on nutrition, consistency, and labor efficiency. Both emphasize the value of strong colostrum and transition programs, with three-times-a-day feeding improving daily gain, reducing scours, and supporting better lung health—even with a modest added cost per calf. They discuss how automation, data tracking, and cleaner, well-ventilated hutch systems have lowered mortality and labor demands, while environmental regulations and day-to-day crew consistency remain ongoing challenges. The conversation also highlights team retention, clear communication with suppliers, and building pride in calf care. Looking ahead to 2026, Jim plans to continue refining nutrition and monitoring, while Rodolfo aims to shorten the time in hutches without sacrificing performance.Make sure to save the date for the annual DCHA Conference, April 7–9 in Tucson, Arizona.The episode is brought to you in partnership with the DCHA and is sponsored by First Defense.00:00 Raising Elite Calves: What This Episode Covers + DCHA Conference Preview01:39 Meet Jim Van Patter: Wisconsin Calf Program & Global Consulting Experience03:43 Meet Rodolfo Nava: Beef-on-Dairy Calf Ranch in New Mexico + Why DCHA Matters05:21 The Universal Non-Negotiables: Colostrum, Nutrition, Comfort & Ventilation07:48 Sanitation, Automation & Scaling Calf Care Without Losing Quality09:54 Transition Milk Deep Dive: Products, Ratios, and What Changes in the Calves12:54 Jim's On-Farm Results: Implementing Transition Milk + Gains, Scours, Lung Scores16:48 What's Changed Over Decades: Consistency, Hutch Housing, and Survival Rates20:01 Today's Biggest Challenges: Regulations, Labor, Weather, and Data Feedback Loops23:56 Building a Winning Calf Team: Motivation, Retention, Pride, and First Impressions27:55 2026 Goals + Where to Focus First: Colostrum, 3x Feeding, Data, and Team Development32:32 Why DCHA Helps Producers Win: Speakers, Gold Standards, Learning Library & Networking37:21 Final Takeaways + Invitation to Tucson (Tours, Spanish Sessions) + Wrap-Up

You've made one of the most significant transactions in your career, and you're now the proud owner of a dental practice. Now you have to face your next hurdle: gaining new patients while also retaining the base. Fortunately, there are many steps you can take to ensure a smooth transition for the team and patients. In this episode, Christy and Charles discuss tips for rebranding the business, nurturing the existing patient base, and positioning yourself to market to new audiences.

What if your spa could follow up with lapsed clients, fill your slow Thursdays, onboard new providers, and analyze your booking gaps without you lifting a finger? In this special mashup episode of Spa Marketing Made Easy, Daniela brings together three conversations with Maeve Ferguson, Khairy Varre, and Ajit Nawalkha — experts at the forefront of AI and business automation. Together, they break down exactly how spa CEOs can start using AI agents right now to plug revenue leaks, strengthen client retention, and free up their team for the work that actually requires a human touch. This is not a conversation about replacing your providers or losing the warmth that makes your spa exceptional. It is about removing every unnecessary administrative task from your plate and your team's plate so you can focus on what matters most. What you will learn during this episode: What an AI sales agent is and how to build one without a tech background How re-engagement and upsell agents can increase revenue from your existing client base Why client retention should always come before lead generation when building your first agent How to use AI for staff onboarding, training consistency, and service philosophy documentation What to look for when hiring an AI developer and how to find one affordably How Spa CEOs can lead the vision without needing to learn the tech themselves   Resources Mentioned in Episode 472: Visit Maeve Ferguson's website to learn more.  Visit Khairy Varre's website to learn more.  Visit Ajit Nawalkha's website to learn more.   Tools mentioned:  Zero Bounce Audio Pen Granola Upwork Lovable Cursor Active Campaign Funnel Gorgeous   Want to break past $25K–$35K months without adding more treatment hours? Watch The Systems Shift and learn how 600+ spa owners are scaling into their Spa CEO role (without sacrificing family time or sanity). 

In this episode of Growth Think Tank, I chat with Peter, the CEO of Your Your Money Line, about People First Leadership and its role in enhancing organizational success. We discuss the vital link between employee well-being and performance, highlighting financial health as a key stress reducer. Peter emphasizes the importance of empathy, accountability, and open communication in fostering a supportive team culture, leading to improved collaboration and reduced turnover. Our conversation reveals that prioritizing people is both a moral and strategic necessity for sustainable growth in businesses. Episode Highlights & Time Stamps 4:08 The Importance of Financial Well-being 6:25 Defining People First Leadership 7:47 Building a People First Culture 12:10 Values That Shape Leadership 16:02 Challenges in Implementing Leadership Values 22:22 The Impact on Bottom Line Key Takeaways ➤

#790 What if the easiest way to grow your business was hiding in plain sight — your existing customers? In this episode, host Brien Gearin welcomes back Brian O'Connor, ex-Deloitte consultant, founder of TalentHQ, and three-time MU guest, to dive deep into the power of customer success. Learn how businesses of all sizes — from SaaS companies to local service providers — can drive massive growth by retaining clients, generating referrals, collecting more reviews, and increasing lifetime customer value. Brian also shares how he helps companies hire top-tier talent from Latin America at a fraction of U.S. prices, and why the Customer Success Manager might be the most overlooked (and most profitable) role in your business. Whether you're just starting out or scaling fast, this episode will help you unlock more revenue — without chasing new leads! (Original Air Date - 6/26/25) What we discuss with Brian: + Customer success vs. customer service + Retention, referrals, and renewals + How SaaS pioneered customer success + Reoccurring vs. recurring revenue + Upselling through relationship building + Why reviews drive local business growth + Hiring top talent in Latin America + Small business roles to outsource + Automating follow-up for repeat sales + Customer success for online communities Thank you, Brian! Subscribe to Brian's newsletter at ⁠OutlierGrowth.com⁠. Follow Brian on social media @thebrianfoconnor. Email Brian at brian@talenthq.co. Watch the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠video podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey Voices from the Bench community! Jessica Love here, sending a shoutout from Utah! If you're passionate about creating natural, beautiful smiles—but want to simplify your workflow without sacrificing aesthetics—this is for you. I'm honored to be part of Ivoclar's development team introducing a powerful new stain and glaze system featuring Structure Paste, IPS e.max Ceram Art. Create stunning depth and lifelike color in as little as one firing. Let's continue to innovate, simplify, and create meaningful change—one smile at a time. Elvis actually made it down to the exhibition halls this year — and hyperDENT from FOLLOW-ME! Technology was everywhere. Booth after booth, people were talking milling strategies, templates, and workflows. It felt like a full-on CAM takeover. Their Milling Roadmap scavenger hunt had attendees bouncing between Axsys, Imagine, D.O.F., and Roland collecting stamps like responsible adults… Responsible adults chasing a bright orange folding electric hyperDENT scooter. That's what we love about the FOLLOW-ME! team — world-class CAM engineers talking microns and validation protocols one minute, then ripping around Lab Day the next. Serious about precision. Not too serious about themselves. Big shoutout for bringing the brains — and the electric horsepower. Come see and talk to Elvis and Barb at all these amazing shows in 2026* Dental Lab Association of Texas Meeting in Dallas Apr 9-11 https://members.dlat.org/ exocad Insights in Mallorca, Spain Apr 30 - May 1 https://exocad.com/insights-2026 This week we finally get Jay Collins to stop dodging Elvis long enough to sit down and share one of the wildest journeys in dental lab history. From a family split between union steamfitters and dental technicians in Philadelphia to surviving “The Great Brotherly Lab War,” Jay's story is packed with grit, loyalty, and a whole lot of Irish Catholic chaos. What started with an uncle drafted into dental technology during Vietnam eventually turned into a multi-generation lab legacy—and Jay swearing he'd never get into teeth… only to build a powerhouse anyway. After the 2008 crash wiped out his construction business, Jay bet everything on selling outsourced restorations door-to-door, sleeping in his car, showering at the gym, and cold-calling hundreds of offices a week. What followed was the development of his unapologetically bold, psychologically savvy sales approach—what he calls being “aggressively calm.” From pushing doctors to “no,” to matching their energy toe-to-toe, to walking into offices as “the lab” and walking out with cases in hand, Jay breaks down the mindset shift most lab owners desperately need: sales isn't optional, and it definitely isn't accidental. Now leading multiple lab locations under the brilliantly simple name thedentallab.net, Jay shares hard truths about growth, mergers, firing abusive clients, and why cutting your sales department in tough times is the worst move you can make. If you've ever struggled with prospecting, scaling, or standing your ground with doctors, this episode is packed with practical strategies, hilarious role-playing, and a reminder that confidence—backed by accountability—wins every time. At Canadian Dental Labs, Icortica has become a cornerstone of how we operate—giving us at-a-glance visibility into performance, helping us focus our efforts, spot opportunities early, and solve problems before they grow. It takes the guesswork out of decision-making and shows us what to do next. Plus, the Icortica team is incredibly responsive and feels like a true partner in our success. If you're serious about growing your business and understanding your customers better, Icortica can get you there. Learn more at icortica.com/voices — Icortica, helping dental labs grow. Join us at exocad Insights 2026, happening April 30–May 1, 2026, on the stunning island of Mallorca, Spain. This two-day event features powerhouse keynotes, hands-on workshops, live software demos, and top-tier industry showcases—all in one unforgettable setting. Barb and Elvis will be on site bringing you exclusive interviews, plus don't miss the Women in Dentistry Lunch, celebrating career growth, wellbeing, and the real stories shaping our profession. And of course, cap it all off with the legendary exoGlam Night under the stars. Tickets are limited. Visit exocad.com/insights-2026 and use code VFTBPalma15 for 15% off.Special Guest: Jay Collins.

On this final episode of Ropes & Gray's Non‑Financial Misconduct Miniseries, Amanda Raad, co-leader of the firm's crisis management and global risk practices, and Katie Daniels, director of ethics, compliance, and insights at R&G Insights Lab sit down with Jamie Browne, managing director at Leonid Group, a leading talent advisory firm specializing in corporate governance hiring. The trio share a candid conversation about how toxic workplace culture is now one of the biggest forces shaping hiring and retention, posing a very real attrition and reputational risk—as well as a financial risk due in part to the significant costs of re-hiring. Together, they unpack why culture has become a make‑or‑break factor for candidates, what companies are getting wrong, and the practical steps leaders should be taking to ensure hiring best practice, ongoing diligence and stronger post-hire monitoring.

Last week of NADSWRIM and Jack and David find their way through the Outer Reach Podcast with stories from Beyond! With three features: "The Exodus Program and You", "Hiraeth Moon", and "Retention"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last week of NADSWRIM and Jack and David find their way through the Outer Reach Podcast with stories from Beyond! With three features: "The Exodus Program and You", "Hiraeth Moon", and "Retention"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Lisa Hudnall, Chief Human Resources Officer of UVA Physicians Group, shares how clarifying leadership expectations, standardizing onboarding, and investing in workforce sustainability and AI have reduced turnover, improved engagement, and positioned the organization for disciplined growth amid margin pressure and clinician burnout.

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I recorded this episode live at ConsenSys in Hong Kong with Sukdeep Bhogal, Founder of Veera.We dive deep into how Veera is building a full-service Web3 neobank. Their goal is simple. Make crypto easy enough for anyone to use. Even your mom.Sukdeep shares how they raised over $10M. How they plan to onboard the next 100 million users. And why user experience matters more than flashy infrastructure.We talk about tokenized equities, gold and silver on-chain, credit scores in crypto, and why community beats paid marketing.If you are building in fintech, DeFi, or thinking about banking the unbanked, this episode is for you.Key Learnings 00:00 – Live from ConsenSys Hong Kong Why Veera is focused on banking the unbanked.The Problem with Crypto UX Why fragmented wallets, seed phrases, and complex bridges stop adoption.30-Second Onboarding How Veera simplifies account setup using passkeys.Lessons from Web2 Neobanks What projects like Revolut and Nubank got right about user experience.Tokenized Equities & Accessibility How anyone globally could buy fractional US equities on-chain.The Four Pillars of Veera Spend. Earn. Invest. Borrow.Multi-Chain Yield Vaults 40+ yield aggregators across Ethereum, Solana, Base, and BNB.Gold, Silver & US Equities On-Chain Real-world assets made accessible through tokenization.Financial Identity Score (FIS) Building credit scores for crypto users.Biggest Challenges Ahead Credibility and regulation.Go-To-Market Strategy Why community and partnerships beat marketing spend.Retention in Web3 Why rewards alone don't keep users. Experience does.What Sukdeep Would Do Differently Community first. Launch faster. Iterate sooner.Connect with Veerahttps://veera.com/https://discord.com/invite/veerahttps://x.com/On_Veera https://t.me/Veera_Browser_chathttps://www.linkedin.com/company/onveera/ DisclaimerNothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research.It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

Do you feel like you are losing your audience the very second a guest interview ends? Is your current podcast style actually building a bridge to your paid offers or is it just a hobby that takes up your time? Are you wondering if the interview format you were told to use is actually the reason your listeners are not buying? Many podcasters fall into the trap of neglecting their own brand authority because they are too busy highlighting everyone else. In this episode, I'm gonna share how you can shift your strategy now to make sure your show serves your business goals instead of just providing a platform for others and that there is a specific balance between solo and guest content that transforms your podcast into a reliable high-converting asset. The secret is found in a podcast structure that prioritizes your own voice through strategic solo shows. By moving toward more solo content, you improve your audience retention because people start showing up specifically for your unique perspective. This shift ensures your show is a key part of your marketing funnel rather than a separate project sitting on the sidelines. This is your guide to reclaiming your platform and establishing true thought leadership in your industry. You will learn how to use podcast networking for growth without losing your status as the primary expert. Transitioning to this model is the fastest way to drive podcast monetization and secure your expert positioning as a leader. If you are ready to stop hiding behind a microphone full of guests and finally step into your authority, this is your next step. Your show needs to be centered on your unique expertise.  It is time to stop being a supporting character in your own brand and start leading the conversation. Let's do this! -Juliana Join Profitable Podcast Blueprint: https://juliana-barbati.thrivecart.com/profitable-podcast-blueprint/   Connect with me: Website: www.julianabarbati.com Instagram: @julianabarbati_

Dr. Vince Minjares is a Program Manager of the Aspen Institute Sports & Society Program with responsibility for driving Project Play's school sports and coaching portfolios. His current work addresses systemic issues in youth sport development with a focus on coaching, athlete development, and player health. Current projects include the Million Coaches Challenge, National ACL Injury Coalition and coach development consulting with youth sports institutions. Vincent holds a Ph.D. in Coaching & Pedagogy from AUT University (Auckland, NZ), an M.A. in Education from U.C. Berkeley, and a B.A. in Economics from Claremont McKenna College. In our conversation today we take a deep dive into his journey as a coach and coach educator, look at the current programs he is working on, and discuss the importance of creating an environment that helps us retain our best coaches.  Here are links to some of the items we discussed: National Coach Survey (2022) — with Nike, Ohio St. University, Susan Crown Exchange and Aspen Institute  https://www.aspeninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/national-coach-survey-report-preliminary-analysis.pdf   Million Coaches Challenge Call to Action Statement https://www.millioncoaches.org/calls-to-action/ https://www.millioncoaches.org/   BOOK A SPEAKER: Interested in having John or one of our speaking team come to your school, club or coaching event? We are booking November and December 2025 and Winter/Spring 2026 events, please email us to set up an introductory call John@ChangingTheGameProject.com PUT IN YOUR BULK BOOK ORDERS FOR OUR BESTSELLING BOOKS, AND JOIN 2025 CHAMPIONSHIP TEAMS FROM SYRACUSE MENS LAX, UNC AND NAVY WOMENS LAX, AND MCLAREN F1! These are just the most recent championship teams using THE CHAMPION TEAMMATE book with their athletes and support teams. Many of these coaches are also getting THE CHAMPION SPORTS PARENT so their team parents can be part of a successful culture. Schools and clubs are using EVERY MOMENT MATTERS for staff development and book clubs. Are you?  We have been fulfilling numerous bulk orders for some of the top high school and collegiate sports programs in the country, will your team be next? Click here to visit John's author page on Amazon Click here to visit Jerry's author page on Amazon Please email John@ChangingTheGameProject.com if you want discounted pricing on 10 or more books on any of our books. Thanks everyone. This week's podcast is brought to you by our friends at Sprocket Sports.  Sprocket Sports is a new software platform for youth sports clubs.  Yeah, there are a lot of these systems out there, but Sprocket provides the full enchilada. They give you all the cool front-end stuff to make your club look good– like websites and marketing tools – AND all the back-end transactions and services to run your business better so you can focus on what really matters – your players and your teams. Sprocket is built for those clubs looking to thrive, not just survive, in the competitive world of youth sports clubs.  So if you've been looking for a true business partner – not just another app – check them out today at https://sprocketsports.me/CTG. BECOME A PREMIUM MEMBER OF CHANGING THE GAME PROJECT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST If you or your club/school is looking for all of our best content, from online courses to blog posts to interviews organized for coaches, parents and athletes, then become a premium member of Changing the Game Project today. For over a decade we have been creating materials to help change the game. and it has become a bit overwhelming to find old podcasts, blog posts and more. Now, we have organized it all for you, with areas for coaches, parents and even athletes to find materials to help compete better, and put some more play back in playing ball. Clubs please email John@ChangingTheGameProject.com for pricing.  Become a Podcast Champion! This weeks podcast is also sponsored by our Patreon Podcast Champions. Help Support the Podcast and get FREE access to our Premium Membership, with well over $1000 of courses and materials. If you love the podcast, we would love for you to become a Podcast Champion, (https://www.patreon.com/wayofchampions) for as little as a cup of coffee per month (OK, its a Venti Mocha), to help us up the ante and provide even better interviews, better sound, and an overall enhanced experience. Plus, as a $10 per month Podcast Super-Champion, you will be granted a Premium Changing the Game Project Membership, where you will have access to every course, interview and blog post we have created organized by topic from coaches to parents to athletes. Thank you for all your support these past eight years, and a special big thank you to all of you who become part of our inner circle, our patrons, who will enable us to take our podcast to the next level. https://www.patreon.com/wayofchampions

William Davis helps managers helping move from having influence only because they have authority to becoming powerful leaders who have influence and earn loyalty. He is an active practitioner who has earned a 90% retention rate with his own team….and has maintained that for decades. William joins us to share how Elite leaders create an environment where people don't just survive…they thrive…and how every single leader can create an environment where people just don't want to leave. William is a highly sought after keynote speaker, and author who works with organizations to create high-performing, engaged environments where people perform at levels that don't just create record setting company performance…individuals find happiness and fulfilment in places they never have before. Today's discussion is an important one. William's framework's and insights will help every leader have more influence with their teams than they've ever had and create an environment nobody wants to leave. You can connect with William on LinkedIn here. You can learn more about William and his team here. For video excerpts of this and other episodes of the Sales Leadership Podcast, [check out Sales Leadership United Here](www.salesleadershipunited.com). Be sure to check out the full video of this episode on our YouTube channel here.

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Most consultants don't fail dramatically. They burn out slowly, lose faith in what they've built, and one day find themselves dusting off their resume to go back to corporate.In this episode, Melisa introduces the concept of self-retention: treating yourself with the same intentionality a great company would extend to its top performer. In your business, you're also the manager, the CHRO, and the one responsible for making sure that top talent doesn't walk out the door. High performers, like you, stay when the conditions are worth staying for. You get to build those conditions.You'll learn the five retention drivers that keep high performers loyal in corporate environments and exactly how to translate each one into your consulting business so you can build something you actually want to stay in.Stay for the exercise at the end.The episode closes with a practical three-pass exercise to help you build your own self-retention plan by stepping into three distinct roles (owner, CRO, and delivery consultant) so you can see your business clearly from every angle.What you will learn in this episode:[05:00] What “self-retention” means and why consultants often leave because conditions become unsustainable[10:00] Retention Strategy 1. Compensation and security, and how to stop treating revenue like a mystery[15:00] Retention Strategy 2. A growth path and plan so you are not “failing” at skills you never trained for[20:00] Retention Strategy 3. Meaningful work, including the client red flags that create a retention risk[25:00] Retention Strategy 4. Recognition, and why your client is the wrong person to rely on for it[30:00] Retention Strategy 5. Sustainable expectations, so your business stops requiring you to be “on” all the time[35:00] How to build your self-retention plan with a 3-pass exercise you can repeat over timeTune into Episode 258 to learn how to build a consulting business that aligns with your goals, leverages your expertise, and sets you up for long-term success.Mentioned ResourcesCompanion Resource: Read Melisa's Book Grow Your Consulting Business: The 14-Step Roadmap to Make Your Independent Consulting Goals a Reality, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CSXJBGVB Full Show Notes: https://shownotes.melisaliberman.com/episode-258Melisa's Books, Planners & Journals: https://linktr.ee/melisalibermanMentioned in this Episode:Episode 176 - Set a Compound Goal for Sustainable Consulting Business Growth, https://shownotes.melisaliberman.com/episode-176/#more-2463 ️Episode 088 – The Burnout Formula for Independent Consultants, https://shownotes.melisaliberman.com/episode-88/#more-1326  Want help achieving your consulting business goals? Melisa can help. Click here for more on coaching tailored to you as an independent consulting business owner.

As peak leasing season approaches, the smartest property management teams know one thing: renewal success begins long before renewal month arrives. In this episode, Retention Starts Now – The Spring Renewal Playbook, we unpack the strategies that drive early intent, build trust, and set the stage for strong retention outcomes. Join us as we break down: What truly drives renewal intentFrom service satisfaction to communication clarity, we explore the resident motivations that matter most—and what onsite teams can do now to influence them. How to deliver proactive service without overextending teamsLearn practical, scalable ways to elevate the resident experience, even when teams are stretched thin. Using timely market context to strengthen renewal conversationsDiscover how to incorporate real‑time local market conditions into renewal messaging, helping residents see both the value and stability of staying put. Why it works: March is the warm-upWe explain why spring is the ideal window to set expectations, open dialogue, and build momentum heading into renewal-heavy months. Whether you’re preparing for the busy season or looking to sharpen your retention strategy, this episode offers a clear, actionable playbook for getting ahead—and keeping residents home. Connect with Krista on LinkedIn for more expert insights!

As peak leasing season approaches, the smartest property management teams know one thing: renewal success begins long before renewal month arrives. In this episode, Retention Starts Now – The Spring Renewal Playbook, we unpack the strategies that drive early intent, build trust, and set the stage for strong retention outcomes. Join us as we break down: What truly drives renewal intentFrom service satisfaction to communication clarity, we explore the resident motivations that matter most—and what onsite teams can do now to influence them. How to deliver proactive service without overextending teamsLearn practical, scalable ways to elevate the resident experience, even when teams are stretched thin. Using timely market context to strengthen renewal conversationsDiscover how to incorporate real‑time local market conditions into renewal messaging, helping residents see both the value and stability of staying put. Why it works: March is the warm-upWe explain why spring is the ideal window to set expectations, open dialogue, and build momentum heading into renewal-heavy months. Whether you’re preparing for the busy season or looking to sharpen your retention strategy, this episode offers a clear, actionable playbook for getting ahead—and keeping residents home. Connect with Krista on LinkedIn for more expert insights!

This episode is sponsored by Phaedon.Download their 2026 research paper on Humanizing Loyalty here now.This episode is also available in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.Louisa Evans is Head of Loyalty and Retention for Hornby Hobbies which saw the launch of its Rewards programme, Hobby Rewards, three years ago. In this interview, Louisa talks us through how the product-centric organisation with magnificently created and engineered collectibles turns into a customer-led business.They had to pivot from a pure B2B company to create a D2C channel during covid, resulting in Hobby Rewards. This is a magnificent inside view into a concept referred to as generational loyalty and data-led decision making, combing transactional and emotional loyalty.Hosted by Amanda CromhoutShow Notes:1) Louisa Evans2)Hornby Hobbies3) Scoring Points - Book Recommendation4) Applying Behavioral Science to Private Sector - Book Recommendation

Tom Reilly, president of VMI Sports, brings a perspective from all over the industry, and he’s got a lot of educational things to say. Two decades spent at GNC, then in natural food distribution at UNFI, and eventually as a purchasing director and director at Lone Star Distribution gave him an unusually complete map of how supplements actually move through the market. VMI grew out of that experience, launched as a house brand for Lone Star in 2012 before Tom took it full time in late 2015, and has been grinding ever since — bootstrapped, profitable, and growing every single year. In Episode #205 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben sit down with Tom to cover the full arc: how VMI got started, what distribution taught him that brand founders usually learn the hard way, the evolution from specialty sports nutrition into grocery chains, the K-XR pre-workout legacy, the PEZ collaboration strategy, and some genuinely exciting teases for what’s coming in 2026, including two canned beverages that are neither energy drinks nor protein sodas. This is a good one, and Tom’s willingness to mentor others shines through, as we learned a lot in this one – and we guarantee you will too. Subscribe to the PricePlow Podcast on your favorite platform and sign up for VMI Sports news alerts before diving in — you won’t want to miss those can reveals when they drop. https://blog.priceplow.com/podcast/tom-reilly-vmi-sports-205 Video: Tom Reilly of VMI Sports on Distribution, Grocery, PEZ, and What’s Next https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIkHJOngDPk Detailed Show Notes: Tom Reilly and VMI Sports (0:00) – Introductions (0:30) – Tom’s Background: GNC, UNFI, and Lone Star (3:00) – Building VMI from Within Lone Star (7:45) – Going Full Time: The 2015 Pivot (10:30) – Business Wisdom from Distribution (13:00) – Consumer Education and Supply Chain Reality (18:00) – Vision Meets Innovation: The VMI Name (23:15) – K-XR: Origins and the Miami Vice Flavor (25:00) – K-XR: Three Caffeines, Grocery, and the High-Stim Formula That Works (30:15) – Winning on the Grocery Shelf (33:30) – Packaging Evolution and the PEZ Aesthetic (36:00) – More on the PEZ Collaboration (41:15) – Pump & Flow: The Sleeper Hit with Hydronox (44:00) – Protolyte: Ahead of the Hydration Curve (47:30) – Acquisition, Retention, and Brand Philosophy (52:00) – Staying Independent: VMI’s Long Game (54:30) – Two Canned Beverages Coming in 2026 (57:30) – K-XR RTD and the Beverage Category Landscape (1:01:30) – Distribution Realities of Canned Beverage (1:05:00) – Wrap-Up and What’s Next Where to Follow and Learn More Connect with Tom Reilly and VMI Sports LinkedIn: Thomas Reilly LinkedIn: VMI Sports Instagram: @tom_vmisports (Tom Reilly) Instagram: @vmisports (VMI Sports) VMI Sports Website VMI Sports on PricePlo… Read more on the PricePlow Blog

www.centerforgenerosity.comwww.gsbfundraising.comStrengthening charitable causes to change the world through generosity. For nearly 50 years, GSB has provided effective counsel to a wide array of non-profit entities, including congregations, camps, healthcare systems, colleges, and other agencies. We have established a formidable reputation for ethical work and consistently meeting or exceeding fundraising goals. Our approach is custom-designed to the needs of the client as well as to the culture of the client organization and constituency.

On this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray welcomes Luca Cartechini, co-founder and CEO of Shop Circle. With deep roots in equity research and venture capital across the European tech landscape, Luca Cartechini shares how his experiences led to the creation of Shop Circle—an innovative, long-term holding company that acquires and grows mission-critical, profitable SaaS businesses outside the traditional VC and PE model. Listeners will get insider perspectives on the realities of scaling software companies in fragmented European markets, the metrics that matter most when evaluating SaaS acquisitions, and the evolving role of AI in operational excellence. Whether you're a founder considering your next move or simply passionate about SaaS, this episode is packed with actionable wisdom on building, buying, and holding vertical software companies for the long haul. Show Notes: 00:00 "Challenges Scaling European Companies" 03:34 "ShopCircle: AI-Powered Software Platform" 08:51 "AI in Software Acquisitions" 12:06 AI's Role in Business Strategy 14:09 "Pricing, AI, and Value Strategy" 16:58 "Key Metrics for Business Acquisition" 22:28 "Operator-Focused, Long-Term Investment Approach" 25:13 Founder Missteps in Acquisition Process 29:28 Recurring vs. Usage-Based Revenue Analysis 31:51 "SaaS Revenue Analysis for ROI" 36:39 AI-Driven Efficiency and Expansion Links: SaaS Fundraising Stories: https://www.thesaasnews.com/news/shop-circle-raises-60-million-in-series-b https://www.thesaasnews.com/news/shop-circle-extends-series-b-to-100-million Luca Cartechini's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luca-cartechini/ Shop Circle's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shop-circle/ Shop Circle's Website: https://shopcircle.co/ To learn more about Ben check out the links below: Subscribe to Ben's daily metrics newsletter: https://saasmetricsschool.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to Ben's SaaS newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/df1db6bf8bca/the-saas-cfo-sign-up-landing-page SaaS Metrics courses here: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/ Join Ben's SaaS community here: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/offers/ivNjwYDx/checkout Follow Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benrmurray

Episode Overview In this episode of the Breakfast Leadership Show, Michael sits down with Bob to explore how executive benefits, financial strategy, and intentional planning can become powerful levers for retention, profitability, and long-term organizational stability. The conversation moves beyond surface-level benefits discussions and into how leaders can treat benefits as strategic assets rather than routine expenses. Executive Benefits and Client-Centered Strategy Bob shared how his firm specializes in executive benefits across a wide range of business types, emphasizing a strong track record of successful audits and high client satisfaction. A core differentiator is their commitment to treating each organization and executive as unique, rather than applying one-size-fits-all solutions. Michael reinforced the importance of personalization, noting that meaningful client experiences and tailored benefits strategies are essential in today's challenging business environment. Both acknowledged that retention pressures and rising benefits costs require leaders to think more strategically about how benefits are designed and communicated. Optimizing Executive Benefits Through Technology and Design Bob explained how his company supports small and mid-sized organizations in optimizing executive benefit plans through a proprietary technology platform. This system simplifies complex benefits structures, uncovers missed opportunities, and helps organizations make smarter, data-driven decisions. He outlined their comprehensive nine-step service model, covering plan design, participant education, and full administrative support. The result is a 95 percent participation rate, significantly higher than the industry average of approximately 40 percent. Education plays a central role, ensuring participants understand both the value and tax efficiency of their plans. When structured properly, executive benefits can evolve from cost centers into strategic profit centers. Benefits Planning, Tax Strategy, and Organizational DNA Michael emphasized that benefits planning must align with an organization's core identity and values. Too often, tax considerations, particularly for high-income earners, are overlooked or addressed too late in the process. He stressed the importance of conducting a detailed employee census to account for demographics, compensation structures, and changes resulting from growth or acquisitions. Without this depth of analysis, organizations risk leaving significant savings on the table for both the business and its people. Superficial benefits planning, he noted, often creates long-term inefficiencies and dissatisfaction. Financial Strategy, Asset Management, and Long-Term Value The conversation expanded into broader financial management practices. Bob and Michael discussed common mistakes organizations make, including failing to leverage tax deductions, net operating losses, and proper income treatment. Bob shared real-world examples of how disciplined asset management and strategic planning can unlock liquidity, generate cash flow, and improve financial resilience. They also touched on the role of charitable giving and how intentional structuring can benefit both the organization and its mission. Education, once again, emerged as a critical theme. Leaders who understand their financial statements and benefits structures are better positioned to make confident, sustainable decisions. Financial Stewardship and Organizational Survival Michael highlighted the sobering reality that many once-successful organizations no longer exist, often due to poor financial stewardship and short-term thinking. He pointed out that financial and benefits assets are frequently treated as administrative afterthoughts rather than strategic resources. Both agreed that organizations that actively manage these areas, especially during uncertain economic conditions, dramatically improve their odds of long-term survival and cultural stability. Executive Benefits as a Retention and Protection Tool Bob closed by emphasizing the strategic role of executive benefits such as deferred compensation and restricted stock units. Beyond retention, these tools help protect institutional knowledge and corporate intellectual property. He noted that high-performing organizations often implement these programs at a lower relative cost than struggling companies, largely because they plan proactively rather than reactively. Bob encouraged leaders to take advantage of executive benefits audits, which are offered at no cost, to identify inefficiencies, reduce expenses, and strengthen retention strategies. Key Takeaway Executive benefits and financial strategy are not administrative checkboxes. When aligned with organizational values, supported by education, and managed intentionally, they become powerful tools for retention, resilience, and long-term leadership success. https://BenefitRFP.com   Bob Nienaber (916) 838-0866  

On this episode of the Business of Strength Podcast, Dan Goodman breaks down why gyms owners delay or handle price increases emotionally. In this episode, we cover when a price increase is earned, the metrics that should be in place first, and how to communicate it clearly and professionally.• Price increases should reflect strong demand and consistent value, not solve short-term cash flow issues.• Metrics to have in place:– 70%+ trial conversion– 95%+ retention– 70%+ session capacity– Current clients have not recently received a rate increase• If sessions aren't full, fix utilization before raising prices. Retention remains the clearest indicator of value.• Executing the letter: keep it simple, direct, and respectful. Acknowledge loyalty, state the new rate and effective date, and express appreciation. The goal is clarity, not persuasion.• Reminder: Trainer Empire — March 7th & 8th, London, England. Systems, leadership, sales, and operations for coaches and gym owners.Get your Ticket HERE -  https://london.businessofstrength.com/Support our Sponsors of the Show:TurnKey Coach https://turnkey.coach/business-of-strength/ Ignite Entrepreneurs https://ignite-entrepreneurs.comSimmons Mediahttps://simmonsmedia.co/ Naamly https://www.naamly.com/

This episode is a masterclass in what it really costs to be a Black man in education and what it takes to build something better. Sharif El-Mekki (Center for Black Educator Development) breaks down the “trifecta” that grinds educators down, why many recruitment efforts are ill-informed and unserious, and how a student-led rallying cry became a national pipeline movement: #WeNeedBlackTeachers. Listen and apply these takeaways to your school tomorrow:Why “work twice as hard to get half as far” can become a trap and where the pressure should go (the system, not the child)The educator “mask” that looks like strength…but is really stoicism, compartmentalization, and survivalWhat changes when you stop separating your lived experience from your teaching: students become more demanding (and that's a good thing)“Raised Woke” and the power of student agency: when young people start making real demands, like meeting real PanthersThe Black educator pipeline problem, the leaky retention reality, and why retention is the strongest recruitment strategyThe 3Ps framework: Policy & Advocacy, Professional Development, Pathways—and what it looks like in real schoolsThe mental health toll on Black male educators: experiencing bias as a kid, as a professional, and deciding whether to protect kids in the same system(0:00) Class in session + meet Sharif El-Mekki(1:15) Philly Seventh Ward + why Du Bois still matters(2:35) “Stop telling Black boys they need to be twice as good” + the John Henry warning(6:05) The mask question: what we show vs. what we carry(9:35) Ashanti's mask: purpose on the front, fear + political anger behind it(12:10) Sharif's mask: love for community on the front, stoicism + withholding his story behind it(19:55) What students do when you bring your full self: “Raised Woke,” demands, and agency(24:20) Center for Black Educator Development + rebuilding a national Black teacher pipeline(26:05) The 3Ps: policy/advocacy, professional learning, pathways(27:10) The high school pathway: teaching as CTE + Black pedagogical framework(33:15) The convening: not a conference—work, community, action (9th annual this fall)(39:35) Men's mental health + the “trifecta” that grinds Black educators down(41:55) Retention playbook + why anti-racist ecosystems retain educators(45:30) Where to follow + how to get registration updates: #WeNeedBlackTeachers(46:20) Show your mask anonymously + closing(47:10) The intergenerational power: high school + college + veteran educators in the same roomConnect with Sharif El-Mekki / Center for Black Educator DevelopmentWe Need Black Teachers (updates + newsletter): weneedblackteachers.orgHashtag: #WeNeedBlackTeachersJoin/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode IdeasEmail us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#unmaskingwithmaleeducators #takingoffthemask #millionmaskmovement #weneedblackteachers #blackmaleteachers #blackeducators #teacherretention #educationleadership #emotionalwellness

Are you growing your nonprofit fundraising, or quietly leaking donors? Salvatore Salpietro, Chief Growth Officer at Dataro and former Chief Community Officer at Fundraise Up, unpacks how digital friction, outdated segmentation, and hidden retention loss are costing nonprofits revenue. Discover how AI-driven predictive modeling and smarter signals can reduce churn, improve targeting, and strengthen fundraising performance. 

Alabama football is getting faster — and the roster churn isn't slowing down. On today's show, we break down Alabama flipping wide receiver Tyler Henderson from Kennesaw State and what his JUCO production + real in-game experience could mean for the Tide's revamped WR room. We also dig into the NIL retention battle and why Alabama can't afford to become a “feeder system” in the portal era. Plus, we pivot to Alabama basketball after the Tide's win over South Carolina without Charles Bediako, and why Nate Oats is drawing Nick Saban-like comparisons with his relentless standards — even after wins. Topics We Cover Tyler Henderson flip: speed, size, JUCO numbers, and fit at Alabama Alabama's WR room outlook: Ryan Williams, Lotzier Brooks, Cederian Morgan + more Jake Coker grades the WR group (drops, surprises, consistency) Who's gone: Bernard (NFL), Horton (transfer), Cole Adams (transfer), Jaylen Mbakwe (transfer) Portal/NIL reality: how Alabama keeps talent from leaving Combine note: former Bama transfers invited this year (including multiple WRs + Caleb Downs) Alabama hoops: USC win, Oats' intensity, advanced-stats approach, and why this team is dangerous Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:10 Tyler Henderson flip — what Alabama is getting 06:45 WR room: who returns + who must step up 12:30 Coker's WR grade + the drops discussion 18:20 Transfers out + what it means for the depth chart 23:40 NIL retention: Alabama's biggest roster challenge 30:10 Alabama basketball: USC win & Oats' “Saban standard” 36:20 Why this team is dangerous heading forward

The more engaged your audience is, the more they learn, remember, and act on your message. Unfortunately, most speakers treat presentations as monologues, delivering content and hoping people pay attention. The most effective speakers, however, create dialogues—they pull their audiences in and make them part of the experience. Tune in and learn practical techniques you can use immediately to increase your audience connection, participation, and retention! Resources: PeterGeorgePublicSpeaking.com The Captivating Public Speaker on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJ8HRPWC

Retention is becoming an increasingly important factor in how software companies are valued, and many founders are not prepared for the level of scrutiny buyers are applying to these metrics. In this episode, managing director Mike Lyon and senior associate Sarabeth Sandweiss explain why retention has become a key valuation driver, how investors evaluate it, where founders often get the math wrong, and how they can help avoid diligence surprises while positioning your company for a stronger outcome.Securities offered through Vista Point Advisors, member FINRA/SIPC. This has been provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation. It is not intended to address all circumstances that might arise. The views expressed herein may change at any time subsequent to the date of issue. Opinions contained herein should not be interpreted as a guarantee of future results. Outcomes will vary depending on individual circumstances. Any examples used in this material are generic, hypothetical and for illustration purposes only. Testimonials from past clients may not be representative of the experience of other clients and there is no guarantee of future performance or success. Clients are not compensated for their comments.

In dieser Folge ist Irene Klemm, Mitgründerin und CEO von Edurino, zu Gast. Edurino hat es sich zur Aufgabe gemacht, frühkindliche Bildung durch eine Kombination aus digitalen Lern-Apps, haptischen Figuren und ergonomischen Stiften zu revolutionieren. Irene teilt ihre Reise von der Idee während der Pandemie bis hin zu einem international erfolgreichen EdTech-Unternehmen mit über 2 Millionen verkauften Produkten und 30 Millionen Euro Funding. Sie spricht über die Herausforderungen bei der Produktentwicklung, den Aufbau einer Community, die Skalierung eines Hardware- und Software-Startups und die Bedeutung von Vertrauen in der Eltern- und Kinderzielgruppe. Außerdem gibt sie Einblicke in die Zukunftspläne von Edurino und ihre Vision für die Bildung von morgen. Was du aus der Folge mitnimmst: Die Entstehung von Edurino: Wie Irene und ihre Mitgründerin Franziska Meyer während der Pandemie eine Marktlücke in der frühkindlichen Bildung entdeckten und daraus ein erfolgreiches EdTech-Unternehmen aufbauten. Produktentwicklung: Warum die Kombination aus digitalen Lern-Apps, haptischen Figuren und ergonomischen Stiften so gut funktioniert – und wie iterative Tests mit Kindern und Eltern das Produkt perfektionierten. Community-Aufbau: Wie Edurino durch Crowdfunding, Instagram und enge Zusammenarbeit mit Eltern und Pädagogen Vertrauen aufbaute und eine loyale Community schuf. Skalierung und Internationalisierung: Die größten Herausforderungen und Learnings beim Wachstum von einem kleinen Startup zu einem internationalen Unternehmen mit Millionenumsätzen. Finanzierung und Investoren: Wann es sinnvoll ist, Risikokapital aufzunehmen, und welche Erwartungen Investoren an Startups haben. Zukunftsvision: Wie Edurino mit Lizenzprodukten, Internationalisierung und datenbasierten Lernansätzen die Bildung von Millionen Kindern weltweit verbessern möchte. ALLES ZU UNICORN BAKERY: https://stan.store/fabiantausch   Mehr zu Irene: LinkedIn: de.linkedin.com/in/ireneklemm  Website: ⁠https://www.edurino.com/  Join our Founder Tactics Newsletter: 2x die Woche bekommst du die Taktiken der besten Gründer der Welt direkt ins Postfach: https://www.tactics.unicornbakery.de/  Kapitel: (00:00:00) Einstieg: Von der Idee zur Umsetzung – Wie alles begann (00:02:16) Die Pandemie als Ausgangspunkt: Ein kaputtes Bildungssystem und eine große Chance (00:05:00) Produktentwicklung: Warum Edurino auf Hardware, Software und Ergonomie setzt (00:09:04) Crowdfunding als Proof of Concept: Die ersten Schritte zur Skalierung (00:12:50) Community-Aufbau: Wie Eltern und Kinder Teil der Produktentwicklung wurden (00:16:33) Vertrauen schaffen: Zertifizierungen, Awards und die Rolle von Influencern (00:20:24) Skalierung: Von der Crowdfunding-Kampagne zu Millionenumsätzen (00:24:12) Teamaufbau: Die ersten Hires und der Fokus auf Produktentwicklung (00:30:06) Internationalisierung: Wie Edurino den UK-Markt erobert (00:36:44) Retention und Kohorten: Warum langfristige Kundenbindung entscheidend ist (00:42:15) Lizenzprodukte und neue Zielgruppen: Biene Maja, Bibi Blocksberg und Co. (00:47:37) Herausforderungen bei Hardware-Startups: Prototyping, Produktion und Skalierung (00:53:37) Finanzierung: Wann und warum man Geld von Investoren annehmen sollte (01:00:42) Zukunftsvision: Wie Edurino Bildung weltweit verändern will

If you've ever found yourself staring at a team member who's clearly struggling and wondered, “What do I even say right now?”—this episode is for you. Elena explores how to coach team members through the inevitable low points of the school year. Keep learning: Attend Coaching for Retention and Resilience Join the Coach Learning Library and PLC for 24/7 supportWatch The Bright Morning Podcast on YouTubeFree community webinars Receive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inboxBecome a Bright Morning Member Follow Elena on Instagram and LinkedInFollow Bright Morning on LinkedIn and InstagramSupport the show:Rate and review usReflection questions: When have you felt a dip in your own energy or hope this year—and how did you move through it?What helps you stay grounded and compassionate when others are discouraged or emotional?What is one thing you can say this week that might help someone feel seen?Podcast Transcript and Use:Bright Morning Consulting owns the copyright to all content and transcripts of The Bright Morning Podcast, with all rights reserved. You may not distribute or commercially exploit the content without our express written permission.We welcome you to download and share the podcast with others for personal use; please acknowledge The Bright Morning Podcast as the source of the material.Episode Transcript

Most leaders don't realize they're rebuilding their business every single month.Same activity. Same effort. Same exhaustion. But nothing compounds.In this episode, Holly Highfield breaks down why retention is the most misunderstood and underdeveloped skill in network marketing and why ignoring it guarantees you'll stay stuck in restart mode.You'll hear why retention isn't about systems, perks, or culture buzzwords. It's about leadership behaviors, expectations, and what happens after the excitement fades.If you're tired of replacing people instead of developing them, this conversation will reset how you think about growth, momentum, and building a business that actually sustains.This is the difference between building volume and building something that lasts.

​​Join our champion program: mark@themomentumcompany.comAttend a Thriving Leader event: https://thriving-leader-2026.lovable.app/Instagram: @the.momentum.companyLinkedIn: /momentum-companyIn this episode of The Intentional Agribusiness Leader, Mark sits down with Ed Howie, a highly sought-after retention and branding expert whose work has helped generate more than $350 million in incremental revenue for some of the most recognizable brands in the world.This is not a typical agribusiness conversation — and that's exactly why it matters right now.Ed brings decades of experience working with brands like Chick-fil-A, United Airlines, 7-Eleven, Kroger, and H-E-B, but the heart of this discussion isn't about big brands. It's about helping leaders understand how clarity, alignment, and intentional repetition create sales velocity, peace of mind, and long-term profitability.Ed defines intentionality as doing all you can with what you have today — not what you wish you had, not what you used to have. That mindset shift alone reframes leadership from chasing the next thing to optimizing what already exists.A major theme throughout the episode is incremental revenue. Instead of constantly pursuing new customers, Ed challenges leaders to look in their “kitchen cupboard.” What products, services, or solutions already exist that current customers aren't buying simply because they don't know about them, forgot about them, or were never intentionally guided toward them?The conversation dives deep into why leaders and teams get distracted by novelty. Internal teams get bored with messaging long before customers do, leading organizations to constantly change their story instead of reinforcing it. Great brands don't win by being clever — they win by being consistent.Ed also introduces one of the most practical leadership frameworks in the episode: the words you use and the behaviors you choose. Culture isn't a mission statement or a billboard. Culture is what your people say and do when it matters most. If leaders aren't clear about the exact words to use — and just as importantly, the words not to use — confusion sets in, customers hesitate, and momentum slows.Using powerful examples from Chick-fil-A, Ed explains how scripting language isn't about removing authenticity. It's about creating alignment, confidence, and a consistent experience that customers can trust. Confused customers don't buy. Clear customers do.Mark connects this directly to leadership inside organizations — from onboarding experiences to sales conversations to client retention. When teams lack clarity, they hesitate. When leaders provide clarity, alignment follows. And when clarity and alignment come together, velocity is the natural outcome.The episode closes with a powerful reminder that leadership isn't just about ROI — return on investment. It's about return on impact. When leaders reduce confusion, remove distraction, and focus on what truly matters, the byproduct isn't just growth. It's peace of mind. And peace of mind creates joy.This conversation is a masterclass in intentional leadership, retention, and sustainable growth — especially in seasons where margins are tight and distractions are high.Listen if you are:A leader trying to generate growth without burning out your teamStruggling with customer retention or stalled momentumConstantly changing your message but not seeing resultsLooking to drive incremental revenue without chasing strangersSomeone who believes leadership should produce both results and joy

This Monday News Drop covers three developments that should be squarely on every healthcare HR leader's radar.

Welcome to the latest episode of LIFTS, your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. In this episode, hosts Matthew Januszek and Mohammed Iqbal are joined by Sean Turner, CEO of Les Mills US, to explore one of the most persistent and misunderstood challenges in fitness today: member retention. Drawing on decades of experience as both a club operator and global brand leader, this conversation examines why retention is not a content problem, but a human one. Sean shares how confidence, belonging, and experience design play a far greater role in long-term engagement than endless workout libraries or digital platforms. As the industry continues to invest heavily in content, technology, and on-demand solutions, the discussion focuses on why fitness cannot be built like a streaming service and what actually drives consistency and behavior change. From group training and coaching quality to structured systems that scale, this episode highlights what operators often misunderstand about motivation and why members quietly disengage. This episode moves beyond tactics and trends to highlight what fitness operators, brands, and leaders should prioritise if the goal is not just acquisition but long-term retention and meaningful participation. In this episode, we cover: • Why retention is driven by confidence and belonging, not content volume • The "confidence gap" that prevents people from fully engaging in fitness • Why fitness isn't Netflix and why that analogy matters • How group training and coaching create long-term adherence • What operators misunderstand about motivation and disengagement • Lessons from Les Mills on building systems that drive retention at scale

Every problem in your business falls into one of five categories: Offer, Lead Generation, Sales, Backend, or Retention. When you know which category you're in, you stop guessing and start fixing. In this episode, I'm breaking down all five categories, the symptoms of each, and why most entrepreneurs stay stuck—they pick the category they're comfortable working on instead of the one that's actually blocking their growth.

In this episode of Around the Desk, Sean Emory, Founder & CIO of Avory & Co., breaks down the recent software selloff and the broader AI scare trade.Inflation is cooling.Jobs are stable.Earnings are holding up.Yet parts of software are trading as if AI is about to eliminate entire business models.Does that make sense?Chapters:00:00 Welcome + Disclaimer00:40 Software Selloff vs AI Boom02:20 Inflation Cooling: CPI, Break-evens, Rates03:55 Jobs & Wages: Stability vs AI Fears07:00 Zillow: Growth in a Flat Market08:10 Airbnb: Global Growth + AI Tailwinds08:45 The AI Scare Trade11:05 Bonds Calm, Stocks Volatile12:10 If AI Wins: Model Layer + Zoom's Anthropic Upside15:50 What Flips the Narrative: CapEx, Valuations, Retention, Buybacks19:05 Positioning: Earnings Up, Prices Down20:55 Closing: AI Expands Software, Not Shrinks ItWe cover macro signals, earnings from Zillow and Airbnb, headline-driven AI panic across industries, why credit markets look far calmer than equities, and the asymmetric upside in model-layer winners.AI is transformative. But transformation does not automatically mean extinction.When narrative and fundamentals diverge, opportunity can emerge.—Hosted by:Sean Emory — Founder & Chief Investment Officer, Avory & Co.https://www.avory.xyzQuestions: team@avoryco.comPodcast: Around the DeskYouTube: @AvoryCo—Disclaimer:This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Opinions expressed are as of the recording date and are subject to change. We may hold positions in companies discussed. Investing involves risk, including loss of principal. Please conduct your own research or consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.© 2026 Avory & Co. All rights reserved.

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If you've ever been in a conversation where someone starts crying, shuts down, or lashes out—and you weren't sure what to do—this episode is for you. Elena offers guidance on how to respond when a team member breaks down emotionally during a conversation. Whether you're met with tears, silence, or anger, you'll walk away with a grounded strategy for navigating intense moments with presence and care.Keep learning: Attend Coaching for Retention and Resilience Join the Coach Learning Library and PLC for 24/7 supportWatch The Bright Morning Podcast on YouTubeFree community webinars Receive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inboxBecome a Bright Morning Member Follow Elena on Instagram and LinkedInFollow Bright Morning on LinkedIn and InstagramSupport the show:Rate and review usReflection questions: What emotions or reactions come up for you when someone becomes overwhelmed during a conversation?How might you prepare yourself—emotionally and somatically—for moments like these?What's one line or phrase you can practice now to use in those moments of breakdown?Podcast Transcript and Use:Bright Morning Consulting owns the copyright to all content and transcripts of The Bright Morning Podcast, with all rights reserved. You may not distribute or commercially exploit the content without our express written permission.We welcome you to download and share the podcast with others for personal use; please acknowledge The Bright Morning Podcast as the source of the material.Episode Transcript